BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Yarrila Arts and Museum - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Yarrila Arts and Museum X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Yarrila Arts and Museum REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Sydney BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20220402T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20221001T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20230401T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20230930T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20240406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20241005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20251004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20260404T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20261003T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20270403T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20271002T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20280401T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20280930T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20290331T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20291006T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20300406T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20301005T160000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1100 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20310405T160000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1100 TZNAME:AEDT DTSTART:20311004T160000 END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20230916T000000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20301231T235959 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20230329T025842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T054336Z UID:10000001-1694822400-1924991999@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Yaamanga (around here) DESCRIPTION:Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nYaamanga (around here) installation view\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nYaamanga (around here) is an ongoing exhibition exploring the history and identity of the Coffs Coast through themes of place\, community and belonging\, with Gumbaynggirr culture at its heart. This interactive exhibition features hundreds of objects\, photographs\, artworks and films from the Yarrila Arts and Museum collection. A key highlight of Yaamanga (around here) is the short film\, Daalga Nginundi Wajaarr (Sing Your Country)\, which is informed by Yuludarla’s (Gumbaynggirr Creator) journey from north to south exploring miirlarl (sacred places)\, culture and history through song and cinema. The piece is a celebration of language and its revival and is an invitation for all people to learn the story of this place. It explores untold histories of Country; its triumphs and its sorrow and the dialogue Gumbaynggirr people have every day with her.Daalga Nginundi Wajaarr (Sing Your Country) was created by Alison Page and Nik Lachajczak of ZAKPAGE. The score is a reworking of a medley of traditional songs by Gumbaynggirr artist\, Birrugan Dunn-Velasco\, with the inclusion of post-modern instrumentation and sounds from Country.This artwork is dedicated to the Gumbaynggirr people; it is their ancestral lands upon which we live and work; they who are so generous with their cultural knowledge and lore in the making of this film. \n\n\n\nA still image captured from Daalga Nginundi Wajaarr Sing Your Country\n\n\n\n\n\nFind out more about Daalga Nginundi Wajarr Sing your Country URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/yaamanga-around-here CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2023/03/dsc07522-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260319T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260419T140000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260303T061238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T233023Z UID:10000735-1773914400-1776607200@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Seabastion Toast Seeing other people DESCRIPTION:Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n Through portraiture\, Seabastion Toast examines observation as both discipline and encounter in Seeing other people. Each work negotiates the space between what is seen and what is felt\, between the speed of recognition and the slower accumulation of paint. \n \n\n\n\n\nSeabastion Toast\, Aimee\, 2025\, oil on canvas (detail)\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nWhen invited to participate in Australia’s first televised Portrait Artist of the Year\, Seabastion Toast had never painted alla prima (wet on wet technique) nor completed a work in under four hours. Faced with the constraint of speed and public scrutiny\, she did what she always does when confronted with a challenge: she trained. \n\n\n\nFor eleven weeks\, five days a week\, for four hours a day\, she restructured her process around immediacy and sustained observation. The resulting works\, many of which form this exhibition\, document that period of concentrated looking. Some remain raw four-hour studies\, while others have been further developed. Together they trace a shift in method while extending an ongoing investigation into perception.Anchored in portraiture but grounded in broader concerns of composition and attention\, these paintings examine observation as both discipline and encounter. Each work negotiates the space between what is seen and what is felt\, between the speed of recognition and the slower accumulation of paint.Working from both familiar and unfamiliar faces\, the paintings reflect on presence and on what remains when a fleeting encounter is translated into pigment. Some retain the urgency of their making; others carry the density of extended looking. Throughout\, light\, value and structure are used to test how perception shifts across a surface.These works invite the viewer not simply to look\, but to see through the changing conditions of light\, time and touch.Seabastion Toast is a contemporary Australian painter based on the mid-North Coast of NSW. Working primarily with figurative subjects\, interiors and domestic spaces\, she constructs structurally rigorous compositions that balance clarity\, pattern and atmosphere. Her paintings investigate the act of looking and the texture of everyday life\, using colour and value to carry emotional and narrative weight.Toast has been a regular finalist in major national prizes including the Portia Geach Memorial Award\, Mosman Art Prize\, Glover Prize and Sunshine Coast Art Prizes. In 2024 she won the $40\,000 Percival Portrait Prize and has twice received the Darcy Doyle Landscape Prize. In 2025 she appeared on ABC’s Portrait Artist of the Year Australia. URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/seabastion-toast-seeing-other-people CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/02/untitled-1920-x-1080-px-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260328T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260719T160000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260105T222029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260206T012555Z UID:10000696-1774692000-1784476800@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:RELICS A New World Rises DESCRIPTION:Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO® brick worlds in RELICS: A New World Rises\, an extraordinary exhibition created by LEGO® Masters winners. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Tickets on sale!\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe year is 2130. Humans have long abandoned planet Earth after mass-consumption led to an exhaustion of all its natural resources. The world is slowly recovering and showing signs of new life. A series of discarded objects are blossoming with LEGO® civilisations; each one inspired by the relic they now call home. RELICS: A New World Rises explores an imagined future\, one that might not be as far removed from reality as we think.   \n\n\n\nRELICS: A New World Rises is an immersive experience that’s equal parts nostalgic and thought-provoking\, where vintage objects and LEGO® brick creations tell tales of a possible future. Created by LEGO® Masters winners\, Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler\, RELICS inspires curiosity for all ages and invites you to explore artistic intricacy and story-telling in an extraordinary way.   Discover intricate LEGO® brick civilisations thriving inside treasured objects from our past. Within each relic\, the LEGO® civilisation has adapted to the distinctive character of the artefact it inhabits. A vintage refrigerator becomes a cryogenic health resort and a Volkswagen Beetle houses an energy revolution\, each with hundreds of hidden stories waiting to be uncovered.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nTicket Prices\n\n\n\nAdult$21.00Child (4 – 16 years)$13.00Student/Concession$15.00Family (2 Adults + 2 Children)$55.00Infants (3 years and under)FREE\n\n\n\nBuy your tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExhibition Highlights: \n\n\n\n\n\n\n12 immersive displays combining vintage objects with intricate worlds built from LEGO® bricks \n\n\n\nCreated by LEGO® Masters winners Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler \n\n\n\nLayered storytelling that rewards curious minds of all ages with details and discoveries \n\n\n\nInteractive build area where you can create and display your own model using LEGO® bricks \n\n\n\nCustom scavenger hunt with different versions for children and adults \n\n\n\nAudio guide: Download the free accessible audio description guide to your device before arriving and remember to bring your own headphones for the best listening experience \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis is not your typical exhibition. RELICS: A New World Rises is an immersive art experience that’s equal parts nostalgic and thought-provoking – what Co-Creator Jackson Harvey describes as “the love child between an antique shop\, The LEGO® Movie\, and Blade Runner.” \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this extraordinary exhibition where forgotten objects and LEGO® brick creations tell tales of a possible future. \n\n\n\nLEGO® is a trademark of The LEGO Group which does not sponsor\, authorise or endorse this exhibition.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nPlan Your Visit To Coffs Harbour\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n RELICS and The Observatory Apartments Couples Package\n \n Enjoy two adult tickets to RELICS at YAM\, two nights accommodation in Ocean View Studio Apartment for two at The Observatory Apartments and a $70 voucher for dinner or breakfast at Stef & Co. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n RELICS and BIG 4 Park Beach Holiday Park Family Package\n \n Enjoy a family ticket ( 2 Adults & 2 Children) to RELICS at YAM and two nights accommodation in a Beach Villa at Big 4 Holiday Perk at Park Beach. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Discover Where to Stay\, Eat and Explore on the Coffs Coast\n \n Coming for RELICS? Stay to explore the Coffs Coast. Discover places to visit\, eat and unwind around your museum experience. Plan your trip and enjoy a region where culture\, nature and creativity meet. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Play the RELICS game on the Coffs Coast Explorer App\n \n The minifigs have escaped! Track them down across the Coffs Coast using the Explorer App\, collect them all\, and uncover hidden locations along the way. Complete the game and redeem your reward when you visit RELICS at YAM. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\nCurrent Exhibitions\n\n\n\n\n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n RELICS\nA New World Rises\n \n \n \n 28 Mar – 19 Jul 2026 at 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\n Exhibition \n The year is 2130. Humans have long abandoned planet Earth after mass-consumption led to an exhaustion of all its natural resources. The world is slowly recovering and showing signs of new life. A series…\n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East \n \n \n 28 May – 28 Jun 2026 at 10:00 am – 4:00 pm\n Exhibition URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/relics CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/01/relics-cover-image-1350x1080px.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260328T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260719T140000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260218T053439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T044051Z UID:10000730-1774692000-1784469600@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:RELICS Education Groups DESCRIPTION:Vintage objects meet miniature LEGO® brick worlds in RELICS: A New World Rises\, an extraordinary exhibition created by LEGO® Masters winners. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n Step into a world where imagination builds the impossible.\n\nRELICS: A New World Rises is the perfect learning adventure for school groups\, student excursions\, and community education programs.\n\nCreated by LEGO® Masters winners Jackson Harvey and Alex Towler\, RELICS transforms everyday objects into extraordinary miniature worlds made entirely from LEGO®. Each scene is packed with stories\, characters\, humour\, and hidden details that ignite curiosity and reward close looking.\n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\nImage Credit: Auckland Museum \n\n\n\nWhy RELICS is an excellent excursion for schools: \n\n\n\nRELICS brings together creativity\, storytelling\, engineering\, and problem‑solving in a playful\, hands‑on format. It’s an ideal learning experience for:Visual Arts – Explore sculpture\, installation\, design principles\, composition\, colour\, and creative reuse.STEAM & Engineering – Spark conversations about structure\, balance\, scale\, pattern\, and imaginative problem‑solving.English & Creative Writing – Each RELIC invites students to interpret narrative clues\, make inferences\, and create their own stories.HSIE / HASS – Themes like environment\, urban life\, sustainability\, and community are explored through tiny worlds. These relatable scenes spark conversations about contemporary real‑world issues and help students connect the exhibition themes to the world around them.Critical & Creative Thinking – Students engage in observation\, analysis\, wonder\, question‑asking\, and inventing new possibilities.Teamwork & Collaboration – LEGO® naturally supports group thinking\, shared decision‑making\, and playful learning.Whether your students love art\, design\, building\, storytelling\, or simply the joy of creating\, RELICS meets them where they are — and encourages them to imagine beyond the boundaries of the everyday. \n\n\n\nSchool and group visits can include:\n\n\n\n\nA guided exhibition introduction tailored to age level\n\n\n\nTime for close looking\, sketching\, photography and video\, and discussion\n\n\n\nScavenger hunts for every student\n\n\n\nOptional hands‑on creative activities or LEGO® challenges (subject to availability)\n\n\n\nAccessible\, inclusive gallery spaces designed for all learners\n\n\n\n\nSuitable for:\n\n\n\n\nPrimary (K–6)\n\n\n\nSecondary (7–12)\n\n\n\nEarly childhood groups\n\n\n\nHomeschool groups\n\n\n\nVacation care and out‑of‑school programs\n\n\n\nCommunity education groups\n\n\n\nSpecial needs education groups\n\n\n\nAlternative education programs\n\n\n\nYouth support services\n\n\n\nYouth clubs or activity groups\n\n\n\n\nBookings:\n\n\n\nBookings are essential for all schools and groups.Bookings for group of 10 or more will receive a 15% discountTo make a booking or discuss how we can tailor your visit\, please contact:education@chcc.nsw.gov.au or phone (02) 6648 4700 \n\n\n\nLEGO® is a trademark of The LEGO Group which does not sponsor\, authorise or endorse this exhibition.  URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/relics-education-groups CATEGORIES:Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/01/relics-cover-image-1350x1080px.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260328T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260719T160000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260410T064505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T064506Z UID:10001017-1774692000-1784476800@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Win a RELICS Prize Pack! DESCRIPTION:Win a RELICS Prize Pack! \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nScan the QR code in the gallery or complete a quick visitor survey online for your chance to WIN a RELICS prize pack valued at over $60. \n\n\n\nThe prize pack features a RELICS cap\, RELICS book – A New World Rises: Tales of a LEGO Future\, and your very own LEGO® Minifigure!  \n\n\n\nAlready visited? You can still enter the draw by completing the survey online. URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/win-a-relics-prize-pack CATEGORIES:Visitor Survey ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/final-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260404T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260419T100000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260320T033626Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T034631Z UID:10000744-1775296800-1776592800@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Children and Family Trail DESCRIPTION:Children and Family Trail \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n Discover Coffs Harbour’s history these school holidays. \n \n\n\n\n\nImage Credit: and the trees photography\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nDiscover Coffs Harbour’s history these school holidays with our free\, self‑guided  trail for YAM’s interactive social history exhibition Yaamanga (around here).  \n\n\n\nFamilies can explore local stories\, objects and hidden treasures throughout the exhibition at their own pace.  \n\n\n\nDrop in anytime\, no bookings required. URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/children-and-family-trail CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/03/img_5314-1-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260404T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260419T100000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260320T033725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T045738Z UID:10000743-1775296800-1776592800@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Autumn School Holidays DESCRIPTION:Autumn School Holidays at YAM \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n These autumn school holidays\, Yarrila Arts and Museum invites children\, families and young people to explore\, create and imagine together. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nFrom discovering local stories and hands‑on making to STEAM workshops and youth‑led experiences\, YAM’s holiday program is packed with playful learning and creative fun. \n\n\n\nWhether you’re dropping in for a self‑guided trail\, joining a workshop\, or stepping inside the immersive world of RELICS: A New World Rises\, there are plenty of opportunities to spark curiosity\, build confidence and enjoy meaningful creative time together. \n\n\n\nPerfect for families\, budding artists and young innovators\, YAM is your go‑to destination for inspiring\, screen‑free school holiday adventures! \n\n\n\nChildren and Family Trail \n\n\n\nDiscover Coffs Harbour’s history these school holidays with our free\, self‑guided  trail for YAM’s interactive social history exhibition Yaamanga (around here). Families can explore local stories\, objects and hidden treasures throughout the exhibition at their own pace. Drop in anytime\, no bookings required.When: All school holidays during gallery hoursCost: FreeAges: Families\, 6-10 year olds \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDrop‑in RELICS Play Space \n\n\n\nBuild\, imagine and create in the RELICS Play Space\, a free\, drop‑in LEGO® building zone where you become part of the exhibition! Inspired by the worlds of RELICS\, this hands‑on space invites children\, families and curious minds of all ages to design\, build and display their own creations. Whether you’re constructing a tiny civilisation or experimenting with bold ideas\, the RELICS Play Space offers a relaxed\, playful environment to explore creativity together. \n\n\n\nTime: Gallery hoursCost: FREE – drop in\, no bookings requiredAges: Families \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDrop‑in RELICS Family Challenges   \n\n\n\nLooking for a creative holiday activity\, the whole family can enjoy? Visit YAM these school holidays and take part in our drop‑in RELICS family Challenges! Inspired by RELICS: A New World Rises\, kids can unleash their imaginations as they repurpose an everyday object into something totally new for a mini-figure community.When: All holidays in gallery hoursCost: FREE – drop in\, no bookings requiredAges: Families \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSTEAM Challenge: Future Makers Lab  \n\n\n\nYoung innovators are invited to roll up their sleeves and imagine a greener tomorrow in this hands‑on STEAM sustainability challenge!  \n\n\n\nIn this dynamic workshop\, kids will explore real‑world environmental problems and dream-up creative solutions using science\, technology\, engineering\, art and maths. When: Wednesday 8 AprilCost: $10 Ages: 8 – 14 year olds  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExpressive Painting With Kelly JoyJoin artist Kelly Joy for a fun and inspiring painting class designed to spark creativity and build confidence. Young artists will explore colour\, layers\, and playful techniques while creating their own unique artworks in a supportive\, hands-on environment.  When: Thursday 9 AprilCost: $20Ages: 8 – 12 year olds \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYouth Week Special Event! Youth Run Tour Of RELICS: A New World Rises \n\n\n\nTo celebrate Youth Week\, the YAM Young Creatives will be leading special Youth Tours designed by young people\, for young people through RELICS: A New World Rises. Get behind‑the‑scenes insights hear what inspired the RELICS creators and take part in a scavenger hunt. When: Friday 17 April Cost: FREEAges: 12 – 25 year olds  URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/autumn-school-holidays CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/03/1156733347-edited.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260408T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260408T120000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260320T033549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T033551Z UID:10000745-1775642400-1775649600@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:STEAM Challenge: Future Makers Lab DESCRIPTION:STEAM Challenge: Future Makers Lab \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n Young innovators are invited to roll up their sleeves and imagine a greener tomorrow in this hands‑on STEAM sustainability challenge! \n \n\n\n\n\nYoung inventor working in his laboratory\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nIn this dynamic workshop\, kids will explore real‑world environmental problems and dream-up creative solutions using science\, technology\, engineering\, art and maths.  \n\n\n\nInspired by RELICS: A New World Rises participants will be given an unused item and challenged to reinvent it for a better future. The session is packed with brainstorming\, building\, testing and plenty of creative chaos!  \n\n\n\nAlong the way\, kids will discover how a fresh perspective can spark cleaner\, smarter planet-friendly ideas.   \n\n\n\nA fun\, empowering experience that ignites curiosity\, teamwork and environmental awareness.  URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/steam-challenge-future-makers-lab CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/03/steam_program-purchased-in-24.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260409T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260409T120000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260320T033525Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T033527Z UID:10000746-1775728800-1775736000@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Expressive Painting With Kelly Joy DESCRIPTION:Expressive painting with Kelly Joy \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n Join artist Kelly Joy for a fun and inspiring painting class designed to spark creativity and build confidence. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nYoung artists will explore colour\, layers\, and playful techniques while creating their own unique artworks in a supportive\, hands-on environment.   \n\n\n\nPerfect for all skill levels\, this class encourages self-expression\, curiosity and the joy of making art. Come ready to paint\, play and discover.  URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/expressive-painting-with-kelly-joy CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/03/general_painting_shot_from_yam_workshop.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260417T140000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260417T160000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260320T033453Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260325T064135Z UID:10000740-1776434400-1776441600@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:RELICS Youth Week Special Event DESCRIPTION:Youth Week Special Event! Youth run tour of RELICS: A New World Rises \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n To celebrate Youth Week\, the YAM Young Creatives will be leading special Youth Tours designed by young people\, for young people through RELICS: A New World Rises. \n \n\n\n\n\nImage credit Sia Duff\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nGet behind‑the‑scenes insights hear what inspired the RELICS creators and take part in a scavenger hunt.  \n\n\n\nAfter your guided tour\, you are welcome to stay and explore the exhibition at your own pace or get creative in the RELICS Play Space.  \n\n\n\nPlease note: Adults attending with young people or younger siblings will need to purchase their own exhibition ticket separately.  \n\n\n\nBookings are essential\, as spots are limited\, so be sure to book!  \n\n\n\nBlock 1 – 2:00pm – 2:15pm Youth Tour – participants can then view the exhibition on their own until 4pm \n\n\n\nBlock 2 – 2:20pm – 2:35pm Youth Tour – participants can then view the exhibition on their own until 4pm \n\n\n\nBlock 3 2:45pm – 3:00pm Youth Tour – participants can then view the exhibition on their own until 4pm URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/relics-youth-week-special-event CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/03/cosmic-arcade-image-credit-to-sia-duff-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260419T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260419T133000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260416T050523Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T050811Z UID:10000713-1776594600-1776605400@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Long Pose Portrait Sessions  DESCRIPTION:Long Pose Portrait Sessions \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n Join artist Seabastion Toast for a relaxed\, inspiring long pose drawing experience at Yarrila Arts and Museum. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nObserve. Develop\, Perfect.   \n\n\n\nThese untutored sessions\, held one Sunday each month\, offer three hours of uninterrupted creative time\, perfect for artists of all levels to slow down\, focus deeply\, and connect with the clothed figure through longer\, sustained poses.  \n\n\n\nWhether you’re just beginning or looking to push your creative boundaries\, this is your chance to:  \n\n\n\n– Sharpen your observation skills  \n\n\n\n– Refine your technique in your chosen medium  \n\n\n\n– Develop more layered\, detailed works overtime  \n\n\n\nWork at your own pace in a calm\, welcoming environment. While there’s no formal instruction\, Seabastion will draw and paint alongside participants\, providing a unique glimpse into her personal process and approach to figurative art.  \n\n\n\nEach session is gently facilitated to ensure a supportive and respectful atmosphere\, making it the ideal setting to experiment\, grow\, or simply enjoy a few uninterrupted hours of creative flow.  \n\n\n\nSessions are ticketed individually and run monthly. Each one is a fresh opportunity to reconnect with your practice and other artists.  \n\n\n\nDuration: 3 hours (with regular short breaks – tea coffee and biscuits provided)  \n\n\n\nAll mediums are welcome\, including drawing\, painting\, and mixed media. Basic materials such as paper\, charcoal\, graphite\, and a small selection of acrylic paints will be provided. If you’d like to work with other materials\, feel free to bring your own – just ensure they’re low-irritant and easy to clean up.  \n\n\n\nModel: Clothed and seated in the same position throughout (with lighting) \n\n\n\nFacilitator: Seabastion Toast \n\n\n\nEquipment: Easels\, stool\, chair\, clips and boards provided URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/long-pose-portrait-sessions-2 CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2025/12/marek-long-pose-portraiture-2-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260423T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260524T160000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260402T060212Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260507T065157Z UID:10001015-1776938400-1779638400@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Kate Mackay: Everything at once DESCRIPTION:Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nKate Mackay\, 2 pieces (detail)\, oil on canvas. Image courtesy of the artist.\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nPainter and sculptor Kate Mackay works within the genre of the non-objective and geometric abstraction. Her work is an exploration of repetition\, process and random difference within uniformity\, in which series of works are created by repeated combinations of simple elements\, often leading to inevitable imperfections.Everything at Once brings together a series of oil‑on‑canvas works into a single large‑scale installation. Each painting translates a written quote—from artists\, writers and philosophers spanning 320 BC to 2024—into a geometric field of squares and circles\, turning reflections on art‑making into visual patterns that obscure their original meaning.Using stencils to make the work introduces chance into the process\, randomising colour placement and revealing unexpected relationships. When assembled\, the individual works also generate a new\, accidental narrative. Across the installation\, chance\, process and perception shape both the making of the works and the meanings that surface. URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/kate-mackay-everything-at-once CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/2-pieces-128cm-x-136cm-2020-crop-for-yam-website-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260423T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260423T190000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260408T065123Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260409T020221Z UID:10001016-1776965400-1776970800@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Kate Mackay: Everything at once Exhibition Opening DESCRIPTION:Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nKate Mackay\, 2 pieces (detail)\, oil on canvas. Image courtesy of the artist.\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nYarrila Arts and Museum invites you and your guests to the opening of Kate Mackay I Everything at onceThursday 23 April\, 5:30 – 7:00pmFree entryLight refreshments provided. YAM Bar openYarrila Arts and Museum URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/kate-mackay-everything-at-once-exhibition-opening CATEGORIES:Exhibition,Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/2-pieces-128cm-x-136cm-2020-crop-for-yam-website-2-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260429T160000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260617T173000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260402T062642Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T052211Z UID:10001008-1777478400-1781717400@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Studio Kids @ YAM DESCRIPTION:Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nThis children’s art program offers a fun and engaging exploration of creativity through a range of hands-on activities. Young artists will capture movement through line and colour\, experiment with mixed media collage\, explore ideas of place\, play with shadows\, develop expressive mark making\, and create artworks inspired by land and sky. With time spent working both freely and on the easels\, young artists will build confidence\, develop skills and be encouraged to explore their own ideas in a supportive and imaginative environment.  \n\n\n\nEach week\, students begin with a guided gallery visit with an artist educator\, exploring artworks and ideas as inspiration. This is followed by studio-based artmaking activities ranging from painting and drawing to sculpture and mixed media\, where participants experiment with materials\, learn new techniques\, and develop their own creative responses.  \n\n\n\nLocation: Yarrila Arts and Museum  Dates:  8-week intensive after school program during Term 2\, 29 April to 17 June 2026Time: 4:00 – 5:30pmCost: $100 for the 8-week programAges: 8 – 12 year oldsAll materials provided\, aprons available but old clothes recommended.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nCreative Kids vouchers accepted. Vouchers can be redeemed during the Eventbrite booking process. Only valid vouchers will be accepted.  \n\n\n\nEmail yamprograms@chcc.nsw.gov.au for all other enquiries.  URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/studio-kids-yam CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/screenshot-2026-04-02-143929.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260505T160000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260630T173000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260514T063400Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T052023Z UID:10000749-1777996800-1782840600@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:CREATIVE LAB: Experimental Art and Design DESCRIPTION:Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nCREATIVE LAB: Experimental Art and Design is a hands‑on after‑school program for ages 9–13 that brings together science\, technology\, engineering and maths through experimental art processes and techniques (STEAM).   \n\n\n\nThrough creative making\, participants will experiment with simple materials and reimagined finds\, exploring movement\, light and energy to create exciting\, contemporary artworks. \n\n\n\nClasses will include: \n\n\n\n– Glow and phosphorescence experiments layered with art\, design and photography \n\n\n\n– Designing drawing machines powered by motors\, water and wind \n\n\n\n– Experimenting with UV‑reactive ‘light drawing’ \n\n\n\n– Making moving artworks inspired by flight and air \n\n\n\n– Transforming sound into unexpected drawings \n\n\n\n– Bio-inspired object design based on nature \n\n\n\nParticipants will practice creative thinking and problem‑solving\, while building confidence through making\, testing\, adapting and sharing their ideas in a fun and supportive studio environment.All materials provided. Old clothes recommended.  \n\n\n\nEmail yamprograms@chcc.nsw.gov.au for all enquiries.  Places are limited – book early to secure your spot! URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/steam-explorers-art-in-motion-2 CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/steam-reduced.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260514T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260514T193000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260424T034727Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T065924Z UID:10001024-1778779800-1778787000@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:The Rubbish Renaissance: Jewellery\, Jazz & Gin DESCRIPTION:The Rubbish RenaissanceJewellery\, Jazz & Gin \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n This evening jewellery‑making workshop invites you to transform everyday waste into wearable relics\, set to a smooth jazz soundtrack and paired with Emerald Island Gin cocktails. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nStep into the after‑hours world of RELICS: A New World Rises\, where forgotten materials are reimagined and nothing is quite what it was before. \n\n\n\nThis evening jewellery‑making workshop invites you to transform everyday waste into wearable relics\, set to a smooth jazz soundtrack and paired with Emerald Island Gin cocktails. In a relaxed\, social two‑hour Thursday night session\, participants will experiment with plastic bottles\, aluminium cans and repurposed gems – turning discarded materials into bold\, one‑of‑a‑kind pieces. \n\n\n\nInspired by RELICS’ playful take on sustainability and creative reuse\, this workshop celebrates curiosity\, reinvention and the unexpected—because even the smallest off‑cuts can spark the most surprising transformations. \n\n\n\nYour ticket includes: \n\n\n\n– All materials (rescued\, repurposed and ready for reinvention)– Step‑by‑step creative guidance– A crafted Emerald Island Gin cocktail (or two!)– A laid‑back\, after‑hours making experience inspired by the world of RELICSNo prior experience needed – just an open mind and a willingness to see old things differently. URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/the-rubbish-renaissance-jewellery-jazz-gin CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/3-edited-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260517T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260517T133000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260416T055522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T003843Z UID:10001021-1779013800-1779024600@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Long Pose Portrait Session DESCRIPTION:Long Pose Portrait Session \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n Join artist Seabastion Toast for a relaxed\, inspiring long pose drawing experience at Yarrila Arts and Museum. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nObserve. Develop\, Perfect.   \n\n\n\nThese untutored sessions\, held one Sunday each month\, offer three hours of uninterrupted creative time\, perfect for artists of all levels to slow down\, focus deeply\, and connect with the clothed figure through longer\, sustained poses.  \n\n\n\nWhether you’re just beginning or looking to push your creative boundaries\, this is your chance to:  \n\n\n\n– Sharpen your observation skills  \n\n\n\n– Refine your technique in your chosen medium  \n\n\n\n– Develop more layered\, detailed works overtime  \n\n\n\nWork at your own pace in a calm\, welcoming environment. While there’s no formal instruction\, Seabastion will draw and paint alongside participants\, providing a unique glimpse into her personal process and approach to figurative art.  \n\n\n\nEach session is gently facilitated to ensure a supportive and respectful atmosphere\, making it the ideal setting to experiment\, grow\, or simply enjoy a few uninterrupted hours of creative flow.  \n\n\n\nSessions are ticketed individually and run monthly. Each one is a fresh opportunity to reconnect with your practice and other artists.  \n\n\n\nDuration: 3 hours (with regular short breaks – tea coffee and biscuits provided)  \n\n\n\nAll mediums are welcome\, including drawing\, painting\, and mixed media. Basic materials such as paper\, charcoal\, graphite\, and a small selection of acrylic paints will be provided. If you’d like to work with other materials\, feel free to bring your own – just ensure they’re low-irritant and easy to clean up.  \n\n\n\nModel: Clothed and seated in the same position throughout (with lighting) \n\n\n\nFacilitator: Seabastion Toast \n\n\n\nEquipment: Easels\, stool\, chair\, clips and boards provided URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/long-pose-portrait-sessions CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/marek-long-pose-portraiture-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260522T170000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260522T200000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260501T073620Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T071512Z UID:10001029-1779469200-1779480000@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:YAM Up Late: Steampunk Social DESCRIPTION:YAM Up LateSteampunk Social \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nStep into a world where Victorian imagination meets cutting-edge creativity at YAM Up Late: Steampunk Social. To coincide with RELICS: A New World Rises\, Yarrila Arts and Museum transforms after dark into a playful\, immersive space filled with music\, creativity and curious discoveries.  \n\n\n\nFeaturing: \n\n\n\n\nRELICS: A New World Rises open after dark\n\n\n\nDJ Jemka playing steampunk-style atmospheric beats\n\n\n\n‘Cog & Clockwork’ creative printmaking activities\n\n\n\nSpecial Curator of Curiosities tour of RELICS\n\n\n\nSecret Adult Fans of Lego RELICS scavenger hunt\n\n\n\nChance to win prizes for best steampunk outfit\n\n\n\nDrinks available for purchase at the YAM Bar including cocktails and craft beer\n\n\n\nFood options available for purchase:Bao buns from Fat Duck Food Truck andWood-fired pizza from Moreish Pizza\n\n\n\n\nDress as a steampunk inventor\, explorer\, time traveller\, or come as you are and experience Yarrila Arts and Museum in a whole new way after dark\, a little eccentric\, and seriously fun. \n\n\n\nThis is YAM like you’ve never experienced before!FREE EVENT! Tickets to RELICS\, food & drinks purchased separately.Group booking discount for 10+ is available at YAM reception only. URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/yam-up-late-steampunk-social CATEGORIES:Event,Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/05/steampunk-social_yam-website-image.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260527T120000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260527T133000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20251024T045444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T004238Z UID:10000581-1779883200-1779888600@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Take a Moment in May DESCRIPTION:Take a Moment in May \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n Take a Moment in May offers a creative pause in the middle of your busy week. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nThis well-being program invites you to slow down\, recharge\, and reconnect. \n\n\n\nEnjoy a mix of guided tours and hands‑on creative sessions designed to inspire creativity and mindfulness. \n\n\n\nTake a break. Explore your creativity. Recharge your mind. \n\n\n\nThis month participants can join a guided tour and take part in a guided artmaking session.At midday join YAM’s Senior Curator for a guided exhibition tour of YAM.Any time from 12:00 – 1:30pm take part in the guided artmaking session as a restorative experience exploring your creativity. Workshop facilitators will be available to guide participants. There will be drawing and mixed media art supplies available for a creative art making session.Participants can join at any time throughout the session and stay for little or as long as they like.Whether you’re looking for a moment of mindful creativity\, a cultural escape\, or a relaxed way to catch up with friends\, Take a Moment in May offers a welcoming space to pause and resetBookings are recommended but not essential. Free tea and coffee are available\, and participants can bring their lunch. URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/take-a-moment CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2025/10/image-26.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260528T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260628T160000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260429T061952Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T075814Z UID:10001027-1779962400-1782662400@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East DESCRIPTION:Drew HopperWest of Somewhere East \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n West Of Somewhere East is a photographic series tracing a cinematic journey through the interior of New South Wales\, shaped by long drives\, fleeting encounters\, and the reflective rhythm of return. \n \n\n\n\n\nDrew Hopper\, Hills Hoist\, 2020\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nGrounded in Drew Hopper’s upbringing travelling across Australia\, West Of Somewhere East reflects a way of seeing that is formed through movement\, both observational and deeply personal.Situated within post-documentary practice\, the series resists straightforward description. Rather than documenting the Australian interior\, the photographs act as meditations on perception\, memory\, and atmosphere\, where seeing is inseparable from feeling.Composed through quiet attention to light\, texture\, and form\, the images gather fragments of the in-between: roadside geometries\, weathered surfaces\, and shifting spatial tensions. Together\, they reveal a subdued Australia\, shaped by suggestion rather than spectacle.Within the Great Southern Land\, the landscape emerges as both vast and intimate – marked by distance\, resilience\, and quiet transformation. Human presence lingers only in traces\, set against the enduring scale of the land.Balancing observation and interpretation\, the series blurs the line between document and image. It becomes a space where place and memory converge.Ultimately\, West Of Somewhere East is a study in attentiveness\, a quiet meditation on movement\, perception\, and the enduring resonance of the Australian interior. URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/drew-hopper-west-of-somewhere-east CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/hills-hoist-2020_small-1-edited-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260528T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260528T190000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260429T062016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T062018Z UID:10001028-1779989400-1779994800@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Drew Hopper: West of Somewhere East Exhibition Opening DESCRIPTION:Drew HopperWest of Somewhere EastExhibition Opening \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n Yarrila Arts and Museum invites you and your guests to the opening of Drew Hopper West of Somewhere East\n \n \n\n\n\n\nDrew Hopper\, Hills Hoist\, 2020\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nYarrila Arts and Museum invites you and your guests to the opening of Drew Hopper I West of Somewhere East Thursday 28 May\, 5:30 – 7:00pmFree entryLight refreshments provided. YAM Bar openYarrila Arts and Museum URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/drew-hopper-west-of-somewhere-east-exhibition-opening CATEGORIES:Event,Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/hills-hoist-2020_small-1-edited-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260529T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260529T110000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260519T051335Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T051427Z UID:10001030-1780048800-1780052400@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Teeny Tours: A RELICS Special Event DESCRIPTION:Teeny Tours: A RELICS Special Event \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n Teeny Tours is taking over RELICS for a special week at Yarrila Arts and Museum. \n \n\n\n\n\nRELICS on exhibition at YARRILA ARTS AND MUSEUM\, Coffs Harbour NSW Australia\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nTeeny Tour children attend free when accompanied by a paying guardian\, making it the perfect opportunity to explore together. \n\n\n\nTeeny Tours invites young visitors and their carers to immerse themselves in artful conversations\, cultural discovery and creative play. These lively\, thoughtful sessions are designed to be engaging for both children and adults\, and include an exhibition tour\, artmaking\, story time and hands‑on creative play. Teeny Tours are small‑group sessions and are accessible and welcoming for all young children. \n\n\n\nBookings for this session are essential\, as adult tickets must be purchased in advance. This session replaces our regular Teeny Tour session. URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/teeny-tours-a-relics-special-event CATEGORIES:Event,Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/05/tt_hero_relics_032_teeny_tours_silver_salt-edited-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260530T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260530T133000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260424T065814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260508T004503Z UID:10001025-1780137000-1780147800@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Old School Foundations: Contemporary Sculpture Workshop DESCRIPTION:Old School FoundationsContemporary Sculpture Workshop \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n In this hands‑on sculpture workshop\, artist Nick Warfield invites participants to transform humble cereal‑box cardboard into bold\, contemporary sculptural forms. \n \n\n\n\n\nImage credit: Nick Warfield\, Yellow Robin\, metal sculpture. Image courtesy of the artist.\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nStep into the creative mindset of RELICS: A New World Rises\, where familiar materials are reimagined and nothing is as ordinary as it first appears. \n\n\n\nIn this hands‑on sculpture workshop\, artist Nick Warfield invites participants to transform humble cereal‑box cardboard into bold\, contemporary sculptural forms. Drawing on both classic construction methods and experimental approaches\, the session explores form\, structure and balance – turning everyday waste into dynamic three‑dimensional works. \n\n\n\nDesigned for curious beginners and experienced makers alike\, this workshop is all about testing ideas\, solving problems and seeing overlooked materials in entirely new ways. Expect plenty of cutting\, binding\, shaping and building as you rethink what sculpture can be. \n\n\n\nAbout the artistNick Warfield is a local sculptor whose background in engineering and building design informs his found‑object and assemblage practice. Working primarily with salvaged and recycled materials—including timber\, steel and automotive parts sourced from commercial waste – Nick’s work reflects a deep interest in structure\, material intelligence and sustainable making. URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/cardboard-forms-old-school-foundations-contemporary-sculpture-workshop CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/05/yellow_robin_warfield_highres_boobie-marchini-edited-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260620T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260620T133000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045001 CREATED:20260424T065859Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260424T065900Z UID:10001026-1781951400-1781962200@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Stamp It: Upcycled T-Shirt Print Lab DESCRIPTION:Stamp ItUpcycled T-Shirt Print Lab \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n Led by artist Marc Renshaw\, this creative printmaking workshop invites participants to transform a plain or pre‑loved cotton T‑shirt or fabric bag into a one‑of‑a‑kind wearable artwork. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nStep into the playful\, hands‑on world of RELICS: A New World Rises\, where everyday materials are reimagined and given bold new purpose. \n\n\n\nLed by artist Marc Renshaw\, this creative printmaking workshop invites participants to transform a plain or pre‑loved cotton T‑shirt or fabric bag into a one‑of‑a‑kind wearable artwork. Using blocks\, lino stamps and experimental print textures\, you’ll explore pattern\, repetition and layout – turning familiar materials into something fresh\, graphic and expressive. \n\n\n\nPart upcycling\, part experimentation\, this session is all about creative reuse\, curiosity and happy accidents. Bring something old\, leave with something entirely new – and uniquely yours. \n\n\n\nParticipants are asked to bring a plain cotton T‑shirt or cotton/canvas bag for printing. \n\n\n\nAbout the artistMarc Renshaw is a contemporary local artist whose practice champions accessibility\, experimentation and sustainable creative processes. Working across drawing\, printmaking\, street art and painting\, he is the founder of Big Fig Arts and The Bellinger Print Social\, an open‑access printmaking studio. URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/stamp-it-upcycled-t-shirt-print-lab CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/tshirt-printmaking-edited.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260624T120000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260624T133000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045002 CREATED:20260605T052608Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T052650Z UID:10001041-1782302400-1782307800@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Take a Moment in June DESCRIPTION:Take a Moment in June \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n Take a Moment in June offers a creative pause in the middle of your busy week. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nThis well-being program invites you to slow down\, recharge\, and reconnect. \n\n\n\nEnjoy a mix of guided tours and hands‑on creative sessions designed to inspire creativity and mindfulness. \n\n\n\nTake a break. Explore your creativity. Recharge your mind. \n\n\n\nThis month participants can join a guided tour and take part in a guided artmaking session.At midday join YAM’s Senior Curator for a guided exhibition tour of Drew Hopper’s exhibition West of Somewhere East.Any time from 12:00 – 1:30pm take part in the guided artmaking session as a restorative experience exploring your creativity. Workshop facilitators will be available to guide participants. There will be drawing and mixed media art supplies available for a creative art making session.Participants can join at any time throughout the session and stay for little or as long as they like.Whether you’re looking for a moment of mindful creativity\, a cultural escape\, or a relaxed way to catch up with friends\, Take a Moment in June offers a welcoming space to pause and resetBookings are recommended but not essential. Free tea and coffee are available\, and participants can bring their lunch. URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/take-a-moment-in-june-2 CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/06/take-a-moment_feb_creative-1-scaled.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260625T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260625T193000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045002 CREATED:20260519T051930Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260519T051932Z UID:10001031-1782408600-1782415800@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:The Rubbish Renaissance: Jewellery\, Jazz & Gin DESCRIPTION:The Rubbish RenaissanceJewellery\, Jazz & Gin \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n This evening jewellery‑making workshop invites you to transform everyday waste into wearable relics\, set to a smooth jazz soundtrack and paired with Emerald Island Gin cocktails. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nStep into the after‑hours world of RELICS: A New World Rises\, where forgotten materials are reimagined and nothing is quite what it was before. \n\n\n\nThis evening jewellery‑making workshop invites you to transform everyday waste into wearable relics\, set to a smooth jazz soundtrack and paired with Emerald Island Gin cocktails. In a relaxed\, social two‑hour Thursday night session\, participants will experiment with plastic bottles\, aluminium cans and repurposed gems – turning discarded materials into bold\, one‑of‑a‑kind pieces. \n\n\n\nInspired by RELICS’ playful take on sustainability and creative reuse\, this workshop celebrates curiosity\, reinvention and the unexpected—because even the smallest off‑cuts can spark the most surprising transformations. \n\n\n\nYour ticket includes: \n\n\n\n– All materials (rescued\, repurposed and ready for reinvention)– Step‑by‑step creative guidance– A crafted Emerald Island Gin cocktail (or two!)– A laid‑back\, after‑hours making experience inspired by the world of RELICSNo prior experience needed – just an open mind and a willingness to see old things differently. URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/the-rubbish-renaissance-jewellery-jazz-gin-2 CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/3-edited-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260628T103000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260628T133000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045002 CREATED:20260416T055910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260518T031104Z UID:10001022-1782642600-1782653400@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Long Pose Portrait Session DESCRIPTION:Long Pose Portrait Session \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n Join artist Seabastion Toast for a relaxed\, inspiring long pose drawing experience at Yarrila Arts and Museum. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nObserve. Develop\, Perfect.   \n\n\n\nThese untutored sessions\, held one Sunday each month\, offer three hours of uninterrupted creative time\, perfect for artists of all levels to slow down\, focus deeply\, and connect with the clothed figure through longer\, sustained poses.  \n\n\n\nWhether you’re just beginning or looking to push your creative boundaries\, this is your chance to:  \n\n\n\n– Sharpen your observation skills  \n\n\n\n– Refine your technique in your chosen medium  \n\n\n\n– Develop more layered\, detailed works overtime  \n\n\n\nWork at your own pace in a calm\, welcoming environment. While there’s no formal instruction\, Seabastion will draw and paint alongside participants\, providing a unique glimpse into her personal process and approach to figurative art.  \n\n\n\nEach session is gently facilitated to ensure a supportive and respectful atmosphere\, making it the ideal setting to experiment\, grow\, or simply enjoy a few uninterrupted hours of creative flow.  \n\n\n\nSessions are ticketed individually and run monthly. Each one is a fresh opportunity to reconnect with your practice and other artists.  \n\n\n\nDuration: 3 hours (with regular short breaks – tea coffee and biscuits provided)  \n\n\n\nAll mediums are welcome\, including drawing\, painting\, and mixed media. Basic materials such as paper\, charcoal\, graphite\, and a small selection of acrylic paints will be provided. If you’d like to work with other materials\, feel free to bring your own – just ensure they’re low-irritant and easy to clean up.  \n\n\n\nModel: Clothed and seated in the same position throughout (with lighting) \n\n\n\nFacilitator: Seabastion Toast \n\n\n\nEquipment: Easels\, stool\, chair\, clips and boards provided URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/long-pose-portrait-session CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/04/marek-long-pose-portraiture-2.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260702T100000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260802T160000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045002 CREATED:20260605T045302Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T030042Z UID:10001034-1782986400-1785686400@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Nikky Morgan-Smith: Index Act DESCRIPTION:Nikky Morgan-Smith: Index Act \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n Index Act considers drawing as an embodied practice connected to lived experience. Combining performance-based photography\, mark-making and mixed media\, Nikky Morgan-Smith presents a series of multi-layered compositions exploring linear time\, memory\, and physical existence. \n \n\n\n\n\nNikky Morgan-Smith\, unmade bed\, chiffon\, digital print\, acrylic paint\, paper in recycled hardwood box\, 2026 (detail)\, photo by Lisa Cross\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nWithin each work\, past and present intersect through photographic stills of the body in motion – capturing sensations and emotional states – and intuitive\, gestural drawings that emerge in response. Together\, they form a liminal third space\, a threshold where image and mark\, index and act\, converge to reveal what is not immediately visible. In this in-between realm\, the invisible histories of the body – its stored sensations\, memories and energies – are made perceptible\, emerging through the layering and interaction of forms. URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/nikky-morgan-smith-index-act CATEGORIES:Exhibition ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/06/artwork-1843_cropped-for-marketing-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260702T173000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260702T190000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045002 CREATED:20260605T044854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260615T030133Z UID:10001043-1783013400-1783018800@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Nikky Morgan-Smith: Index Act Exhibition Opening DESCRIPTION:Nikky Morgan-Smith: Index Act Exhibition Opening \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n Index Act considers drawing as an embodied practice connected to lived experience. Combining performance-based photography\, mark-making and mixed media\, Nikky Morgan-Smith presents a series of multi-layered compositions exploring linear time\, memory\, and physical existence. \n \n\n\n\n\nNikky Morgan-Smith\, unmade bed\, chiffon\, digital print\, acrylic paint\, paper in recycled hardwood box\, 2026 (detail)\, photo by Lisa Cross\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nYarrila Arts and Museum invites you and your guests to the opening of Nikky Morgan-Smith I Index ActThursday 2 July\, 5:30 – 7:00pm \n\n\n\nFree entryLight refreshments provided. YAM Bar openYarrila Arts and Museum URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/nikky-morgan-smith-index-act-exhibition-opening CATEGORIES:Event,Program ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/06/artwork-1843_cropped-for-marketing-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260706T120000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Sydney:20260717T120000 DTSTAMP:20260626T045002 CREATED:20260605T045953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260619T023904Z UID:10001033-1783339200-1784289600@www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au SUMMARY:Winter School Holidays DESCRIPTION:Winter School Holidays at YAM \n \n \n\nProgram\, Workshop \n \n These winter school holidays\, Yarrila Arts and Museum invites children\, families and young people to explore\, create and imagine together. \n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n Program\, Workshop \n \n Winter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy \n When\n \n 8 Jul 202610:30 am – 12:00 pm \n \n Reserve your spot \n \n \n\nFrom discovering local stories to hands‑on STEAM\, expressive painting and upcycled sewing workshops\, YAM’s Winter Holiday Program offers a rich mix of playful learning and creative exploration. \n\n\n\nStep into the immersive world of RELICS: A New World Rises\, a highlight of the program\, alongside self-guided art making and facilitated workshops\, designed to spark curiosity\, build confidence and create meaningful shared experiences. \n\n\n\nPerfect for families\, budding artists and young innovators\, YAM is your go‑to destination for inspiring\, screen‑free school holiday adventures. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWinter Wonders: Expressive Painting with Kelly Joy   \n\n\n\nStep into a world of cool colours\, cosy creativity\, and winter inspired imagination in this fun and expressive painting workshop with artist Kelly Joy. Tthis hands-on session invites young artists to explore the beauty of winter through colour\, texture\, and playful experimentation.  \n\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday 8 July Cost: $30Ages: 6 – 10 year olds  \n\n\n\nNight at the Museum \n\n\n\nYarrila Arts and Museum comes alive after dark for an epic night of discovery\, creativity and family fun inspired by the ground-breaking exhibition RELICS: A New World Rises. At Night at the Museum: RELICS Adventure\, families become explorers – taking on a series of quests and challenges throughout YAM. \n\n\n\nWhen: Friday 10 JulyCost: Free event with tickets to RELICS\, food + drinks sold separately.Ages: All ages \n\n\n\nUpcycled Sewing Workshop with Amanda Fairbanks  \n\n\n\nTurn pre-loved fabrics into something fresh\, functional and full of personality in this creative upcycling sewing workshop with designer Amanda Fairbanks. Using a selection of second-hand materials\, participants will learn how to transform fabric remnants into a funky handmade item or bag. \n\n\n\nWhen: Wednesday 15 July Cost: $30Ages: 10 – 16 year olds \n\n\n\nSTEAM Challenge: Creative Makers Lab \n\n\n\nYoung creators aged 9–14 are invited to take part in a STEAM workshop exploring creative making\, experimentation and problem-solving.  \n\n\n\nInspired by RELICS: A New World Rises\, this creative lab encourages participants to explore ideas through a combination of art\, design and simple technologies\, creating contemporary responses through discovery and making.  \n\n\n\nWhen: Thursday 16 July Cost: $10 Ages: 9 – 14 year olds  \n\n\n\nDrop‑in RELICS Play Space \n\n\n\nBuild\, imagine and create in the RELICS Play Space\, a free\, drop‑in LEGO® building zone where you become part of the exhibition! Inspired by the worlds of RELICS\, this hands‑on space invites children\, families and curious minds of all ages to design\, build and display their own creations. Whether you’re constructing a tiny civilisation or experimenting with bold ideas\, the RELICS Play Space offers a relaxed\, playful environment to explore creativity together. \n\n\n\nTime: Gallery hoursCost: FREE – drop in\, no bookings requiredAges: Families \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDrop‑in RELICS Family Challenges   \n\n\n\nLooking for a creative holiday activity\, the whole family can enjoy? Visit YAM these school holidays and take part in our drop‑in RELICS family Challenges! Inspired by RELICS: A New World Rises\, kids can unleash their imaginations as they repurpose an everyday object into something totally new for a mini-figure community.When: All holidays in gallery hoursCost: FREE – drop in\, no bookings requiredAges: Families URL:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/events/winter-school-holidays CATEGORIES:Program,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.yarrilaartsandmuseum.com.au/content/uploads/2026/06/expressive-painting_winter.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR